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Julie Jakubiec
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over 6 months ago

As a recruiter, and someone who happens to appreciate fashion, I’m often asked the question of “What do I wear to my interview?”. Don’t get me wrong, I struggle with this too. But each day I say to myself, whether dressing for an interview or the work day, “Dress for the job you want”. I try to dress up a bit on the lookout of my next job. Here are a few tips I put together on how to dress for your interviews, as well as some resources to help in finding the clothes in a very affordable way:

  1. Always do a double check a few days prior to your interview to make sure your outfit is clean, ironed, and free of any stains, holes, and frayed or loose hems.
  2. If you don’t have your own suit or access to one you can go with something as simple as black or grey pants with a button down/tailored shirt or a sweater. And keep the colors more muted in colors like white, pale blue, pale pink, or lilac.
  3. Dresses and skirts in black, and grey are the most appropriate. You will want to stay away from any loud or distracting prints.
  4. If you’re wearing a skirt or dress you will want to make sure to wear tights in nude or black, and check them for any runs or pulls.
  5. Your hair should be neat and tidy, styled in a professional manner. Here some suggestions on hair styles best job interview hairstyles for women (https://www.thebalance.com/best-job-interview-hairstyles-for-women-2061187)
  6. Stay away from any and all heavy perfumes and scented lotions, you never know what someone may be allergic to.

Let me know if you have any questions and as promised, here are a few links to resources for you to check out! https://www.dressforsuccess.org/ http://www.careergear.org/

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Fred Goff
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over 6 months ago

I shlepped around for about 9 months after graduating college until I got my first job that made use of my degree. It was at Manufacturers Hanover Bank in New York City. I was so excited. I remember my Boss in my first week saying to me "remember Fred, always dress for and. be prepared for the next job you want, not the one you are in now". I still get what he was saying. When you are in a larger organization, you have lots of loose relationships. And there is lots of attrition. If you look the part, you may more likely be considered to fill an opportunity that emerges. I think some of this is dated, some is specific to Wall Street, but some of it is relevant today. I like this groups msg. Dressing for success is something one has to consider in different places.
And bias goes both ways. Try wearing a suit and tie everyday to a tech company in San Francisco and see how much they consider you for a new product manger role. The 'next position' concept works. But what you dress like varies by company, and by role you want.
Be aware. And when in doubt.. ask the Jobcase community. Someone here knows the right answer for the situation you are in.

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Alyson Goff
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over 6 months ago

Join here for tips, getting your questions answered, and contributing to a group centered around the importance of presenting oneself through clothing to maximize success both in interviews and general work life.

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Has anyone ever done a video interview when there is no physical interviewer on the other end? I just received an email from a company that I applied to and they sent me a link to complete a video interview at my leisure (but in the next 72 hours). I've never heard of such a thing. If anyone has done this, can you please me give an idea of what you encountered? I assume I should dress as if I was attending a physical interview. Thank you community for your help!

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Murray Abrahams
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over 6 months ago

What’s a good steel toe work boot for warehouse work? I’m on my feet 8-10 hours per day, 6 days a week, and my knees and lower back are killing me. I’m not in horrible shape but this is new job so I’m still trying to adjust. I went all out with my first paycheck for a new job and bought a pair of Dr. Martens Safety boots for $150 but still no change after 3 weeks wearing them. I’m about to OD on Advil and Tylenol pills just to get through the shift. Anyone have any suggestions? Thanks.

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laura allen
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over 6 months ago

when dressing for success - and ur attire will show - remember to respect the company that u are applying for but also respect yourself and know that the journey has been long and worth waiting for - that is why one should respect the company and the people around

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Ask Emily !
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over 6 months ago

What you're wearing matters. Even in the short time it takes you to walk into the Dollar Tree and hand in an application, a manager or employee will notice how you're dressed. You don't have to show up in a suit, but you will be remembered in a good way if you show up looking clean, orderly, and professional.

One rule I have for myself is to dress the way I would to take my grandmother to church. How do you decide what to wear when you hand in an application or meet a manager?

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